Freelance English translator for social impact organisations
Since 2004, I’ve been helping global change-makers communicate complex ideas across cultures.
What you get:
Accurate, culturally intelligent translations from French, Spanish and Portuguese that land with your audience and preserve your voice.
Translations with an editor’s eye for detail.
No more worries about cross-cultural missteps or inaccurate terminology.
Human-centred English that feels just right.
20+ years of helping clients make a global impact
When the English versions of your publications communicate what you stand for with clarity and cultural intelligence, they become more than just ‘versions’. They help you inform, influence and persuade the people who need to read them.
That means your content gets the attention it deserves, with your unique voice and reputation intact.
Working only within select specialist areas means terminology that’s the perfect fit for your field, every time.
I also tailor my freelance services to what you need: translation for one project, writing a summary (précis writing) or adaptation for another, or even content writing from a brief.
Whatever works best for you.
What’s included in my English translation service?
Pitch-perfect writing in English that is free from robotic, clunky phrasing.
An English version that is adapted to English-speaking contexts without losing the impact of the original language document.
Careful research of terms and sector-specific concepts to ensure the translations are culturally appropriate.
Several rounds of drafts, tweaking and refining as I go.
Accessible language, following Plain English standards.
Confidentiality. I will keep your information confidential and secure, and access it using a password-protected private computer. I will not share your data or documents with any other person or service (including AI) without your express permission.
How we can work together
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1. Consultation
We discuss what you need, and I ask you about your house style and the ‘brief’. That’s how I get to know your organisation, tone of voice and values.
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2. Agreement
We establish a timescale that ensures important targets are met. Confidentiality and on-time delivery are a standard part of every project.
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3. The work
Behind the scenes, I work methodically, using tracked changes and multiple drafts. I liase with you to clarify terms, concepts and phrasing when needed.
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4. Delivery
What you get back: publication-ready copy, together with clear notes explaining stylistic decisions and any open questions.
“Philippa’s work is flawless. It is meticulously researched and reveals in-depth understanding of the source language, with very natural formulations in the target every time. The standard of her work does not waver, even when deadlines are tight.”
“The quality of the legal English translations of our COPEN training Modules for practitioners in the area of judicial cooperation in criminal matters meets our high standards.”
Certified translations for UK authorities
Need a birth certificate, marriage certificate or academic transcript translated for UK immigration, legal or professional purposes?
I’m Philippa Hammond, a qualified Spanish and French to English translator. provide certified translations into English of official documents in French and Spanish.
As a Qualified Member of the Institute of Translation and Interpreting (MITI), I will certify that your translation is accurate, complete and ready for acceptance by UK authorities.
What my certified translation service includes
My certified translation package includes:
Accurate translation with a signed and stamped statement of accuracy.
My credentials (MITI) and full address and contact information.
The official ITI seal.
A clear covering letter.
The language pair and page count confirmation.
This is the standard package that UK authorities expect when reviewing translations.
You can read more about my certified translation service here.
Simple process
Send me a clear scan of your document (both sides if applicable). I’ll send you a quote and timeline. This is usually 2-3 working days for single-page documents.
Quality assured
I work from clear scans to ensure nothing gets missed. Names, dates, official stamps and key headings are matched exactly.
Widely accepted
My translations are accepted by the UK Home Office, GMC, solicitors and other official bodies. You can verify my credentials on the ITI directory.
Straightforward delivery
Receive your certified translation as a Word or PDF document. Hard copies are available by post. Most one-page certificates can be completed in 2-3 working days.
Questions?
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As a general guideline, I aim to translate approximately 2,000 words per working day.
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No; as a qualified translator in the UK, I translate only into my own native language, which is English.
Translating only into your mother tongue is a precondition of the Institute of Translation and Interpreting’s code of conduct. Someone who uses English as their mother tongue stays up-to-date with subtle changes in language use, and possesses the deep cultural knowledge needed to ensure nuance, context and connotations are all translated appropriately and sensitively.
Read more about why I only translate into English here.
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Each job gets a customised quotation according to your needs. You may simply require a summary or, in a copy-editing project, some degree of rewriting.
The price for a translation of 1,000 words would start at around £100.
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I most definitely can! Let’s discuss the purpose you want to achieve from the translation/writing/revision project, and I’ll advise you.
Please get in touch and we’ll take it from here.